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I had mine in Fredericton and I know the process is a little different but I had to attend the info session and see the NUT first.
I believe the info session is the same for you.
I had to do a 8 day prep diet (full fluids) before I could even meet the DR. I don't think you will have to do that.
My best suggestion is to be very honest with the NUT believe it or not its really hard but the info they tell you will be more accurate and be way more helpful. I have continued to see my NUT even though they say I have completed my required sessions. I still feel like I learn more and more from her at every visit.
Surgery Date February 19th, 2015..... Cancelled due to the DECH in Fredericton not having any Beds :(
Re-booked for March 19th, 2015
Goal #1 - Training for Mudd Sweat and Tears on August 15th, 2015 - all 10km's completed!
Goal #2 - Achieving Goal weight!
I had actually been wondering about that. In the years that I've been waiting I have not stopped reading up on the various techniques and the trends that have both developed and started to fall off. I also notice a lot of people here who have had the VSG done.
If it's an option in Bathurst, it's where I would intend to start the conversation.
So, now that I have an initial appointment, what should I expect?
Congratulations! The process will fly by now.
As a suggestion.... I would also consider the gastric sleeve, in the past 5 years their seems to be a lot of people getting a revision surgery to the sleeve from the band due to either complications or not working. I believe the Doctor in Bathurst does both. :)
Surgery Date February 19th, 2015..... Cancelled due to the DECH in Fredericton not having any Beds :(
Re-booked for March 19th, 2015
Goal #1 - Training for Mudd Sweat and Tears on August 15th, 2015 - all 10km's completed!
Goal #2 - Achieving Goal weight!
Here is what I did,
I used Pure protein powder - Chocolate
1 1/2 cups 1% milk
4 Table spoons of Vanilla Silhouette Yogurt
and it was really good.. kind of like chocolate ice cream/Milk
- I also added a teaspoon of benifiber - but this is optional but a good way to keep things moving if you are having that issues ;-)
Surgery Date February 19th, 2015..... Cancelled due to the DECH in Fredericton not having any Beds :(
Re-booked for March 19th, 2015
Goal #1 - Training for Mudd Sweat and Tears on August 15th, 2015 - all 10km's completed!
Goal #2 - Achieving Goal weight!
I posted here in April of 2010 when I got my referral for Lap Band surgery. Haven't been back much since then.
I got the call today from the office in Bathurst and I have a consult in mid-July. I had just about given up hope. Kind of happy, kind of nervous - I wasn't expecting to get the call.
Good day, I suppose.
That's great information - thank you.
I know that the conditions will vary for everyone, but how long were you from the first call to surgery? Am I looking at another year? Another 6 months?
I really have no idea.
Any suggestions on how to make my shakes different and or get through these last days would be very welcomed 😄
The hunger isn't the problem I face, it's the cravings and the need for something salty that's difficult. The shakes taste good when blended in the magic bullet and then frozen. The bars are also quite tasty but it's all the sweetness that is taking a toll on me.
JJ
Hi, it's Jana. Jens having her surgery at the end of July now. I'm on day 5 as well and find it difficult. It's not easy, you're not alone :) Im drinking water like crazy, trying to nap through my urges and just focusing on my clothes getting looser! You got this girl!!! I'm going in at 8:30 on the 30th. When do you go?
Hi Jen,
I think we are having surgery on the same day....Mine is June 30th...when is yours. I'm on day 5 for the shakes and I find i'm having a tough time but still hanging in. I think I must be weak because most people on here seem to have no problems doing the two weeks.
Thanks :) Im on day #3 of the liquid diet and it's difficult but definitely manageable. I'm hoping this process goes by fast lol.
